Senators' Batherson Negotiations Tick Higher With Each Passing Day

Drake Batherson's contract situation with the Ottawa Senators is becoming increasingly expensive as negotiations drag on without resolution heading into the new season. Every day of delay strengthens Batherson's negotiating position and raises the financial bar for what the Senators will ultimately have to pay to keep him. The organization faces a critical decision point: lock him up now at a reasonable number or risk paying a premium later when his leverage only increases.